I had the lower lobe of my right lung removed in March 2017 due to stage 1 lung cancer. In 2015 i had been diagnosed with COPD, but had no problems or treatment for it. I am in my 12th week of recovery and still having pain and shortness of breath. The cancer was very early so no Chemo or radiation was needed. I was in the hospital for 9 days after surgery due to a partial lung collapse. After putting in a second tube, the lung still would not expand. I was put on oxygen in April due to the pain, and to try to keep the lung from collapsing any further. I returned to work 10 weeks after surgery on oxygen as needed. I have not been able to work a full week due to tiredness and shortness of breath. I guess my question is has anyone else had this problem with lung cancer and COPD? I have trouble breathing the most on damp rainy days and hot humid days. Any suggestions on how to cope with these bad days? Also i have had several people suggest breathing therapy. Is there any such thing or has anyone had this type of therapy. This has been a very emotional roller coaster for myself and my family as i am sure everyone can relate to. I have days i question myself if i am pushing myself hard enough, or to hard, oe am i just depressed and things aren't as bad as they really feel. I have began therapy for an overflow of emotions, but it is hard to explain how i feel to someone who has not been there. I would appreciate any suggestions people have, or just to hear from someone that they are/have been threw the same thing. Thank you in advance.
